Human Resources Announcementshttp://www.caltech.edu/around-campus/section_id/75/rss.xml/around-campus
enRed Cross Blood Drivehttp://www.caltech.edu/content/red-cross-blood-drive-35
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><div><div><div><p>The Red Cross Blood Drive will be held Monday, October 6 from 8:00am to 8:15pm and Tuesday, October 7 from 12:00pm to 6:15 p.m. The Red Cross Bloodmobile will be parked by Winnett Quad.</p></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><p>Benefits of Donating:</p><ul><li>It feels great to donate!</li><li>It's something you can spare – most people have blood to spare... yet, there is still not enough to go around.</li><li>You will help ensure blood is on the shelf when needed – most people don't think they'll ever need blood, but many do.</li><li>You will be someone's hero – in fact, you could help save more than one life with just one donation.</li></ul><p>Please go to <a href="http://redcrossblood.org/">redcrossblood.org</a> or call1-800-RED CROSS for more information.</p></div></div></div></div><div><div><div>Contact Christine Boyle <a href="mailto:Christine.boyle@caltech.edu">Christine.boyle@caltech.edu</a> at 626-395-3204</div></div></div><p> </p></div></div></div>Wed, 24 Sep 2014 21:53:24 +0000christine.boyle43829 at http://www.caltech.edu United Way Campaignhttp://www.caltech.edu/content/united-way-campaign-2
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> United Way Campaign</p><p>Caltech's 2014-15 United Way Campaign will run from October 10 through November 17.</p><div><p>Effective October 10, you can pledge online by going to <a href="http://www.access.caltech.edu/">www.access.caltech.edu</a> and clicking on "United Way."</p></div><div><p>Our campaign will begin with our Annual Family Night Kickoff on Friday, October 10. We are very pleased to be able to offer this fun-filled evening for Caltech &amp; JPL families. We will be serving a pasta dinner on Beckman Mall from 4:30pm to 5:45pm. We will be screening the movie "How to Train Your Dragon 2" in Beckman Auditorium at 6:00pm. The dinner does not require tickets. The movie requires wristbands for anyone over 2 years of age. Wristbands will be disributed on Beckman Mall during the dinner on a first-come, first-served basis.</p><p>On Wednesday, October 22, we will have a new event called "Contribution Café" where you can come to San Pasqual Walk and make your contribution in person by check or payrolll deduction from 11:30am to 1:30pm. Come to contribute and stay for ice cream!</p></div><p>You can designate online or in person to any of the three Caltech affiliates: </p><ul><li><a href="http://www.caltechy.org/">Caltech Y</a></li><li><a href="http://www.its.caltech.edu/~ccenter/">Children's Center at Caltech (CCC)</a></li><li><a href="http://www.ceconline.org/">Child Educational Center (CEC)</a></li></ul><p>The United Way 5K HomeWalk is on Saturday, November 15 in Exposition Park. You can run or walk or be a virtual walker. More information to follow...</p></div></div></div>Thu, 28 Aug 2014 16:41:31 +0000christine.boyle43575 at http://www.caltech.eduBenefits Fair & Flu Shot Clinichttp://www.caltech.edu/content/benefits-fair-flu-shot-clinic
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>Tuesday, October 21, 2014</p><p>8:30 am</p><p>Dabney Hall, Garden of the Associates</p><p><strong>Benefits Fair &amp; Flu Shot Clinic</strong></p><p>Meet representatives from our benefits carriers:</p><ul><li>TIAA-CREF</li><li>Kaiser Permanente</li><li>Anthem</li><li>UniAccount</li><li>Vision Service Plan (VSP)</li><li>Safeguard</li><li>Delta Dental</li><li>MetLife</li><li>Aetna Student Health</li><li>Child Education Center (CEC).</li></ul><p>Members from the Caltech Benefits Office will be there to answer questions regarding your Annual Enrollment.</p><p>And of course there will be giveaways and raffle prizes!</p></div></div></div>Thu, 28 Aug 2014 15:37:06 +0000christine.boyle43573 at http://www.caltech.eduUnited Way Campaignhttp://www.caltech.edu/content/united-way-campaign-1
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>Each year Caltech sponsors a fundraising campaign for the United Way of Greater L.A. Our website will go live on October 10<sup>th</sup>. United Way's focus in 2014-15 is Housing, Education &amp; Jobs. Their goal is to provide housing for 8.000 homeless; guide 7,500 students to graduate high school; and place 1,200 Veterans into jobs!</p><p>You can designate the agencies you would like to donate to and you can elect to have payroll deductions or to send a one-time check. Your donations can also help support three campus organizations: The Child Educational Center/JPL, the Children's Center at Caltech and the Caltech Y. You can designate the agencies you would like to donate to and you can elect to have payroll deductions or to send a one-time check.</p><p>We end the campaign with the HomeWalk 5K Event for walkers and runners on November 15th at Exposition Park, featuring Kobe Bryant as the Honorary Chair!</p><p>More information to follow...</p></div></div></div>Fri, 15 Aug 2014 23:02:41 +0000christine.boyle43484 at http://www.caltech.eduFamily Night Dinner and Moviehttp://www.caltech.edu/content/family-night-dinner-and-movie-2
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><div><div><div>Friday, October 10, 2014</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div>4:30 pm</div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div>Beckman Auditorium and</div></div></div><div><div><div>Family Night Dinner and Movie</div></div></div><div><div><div>Family Night Dinner and Movie for the Caltech and JPL community and their families will be held on Friday, October 10. This is the official Kick-Off of our United Way Campaign.</div><div> </div><div>Dinner will be served from 4:30 to 5:45 p.m. on Beckman Mall. No tickets are required for the dinner. A Family movie will be screened at 6 p.m. in Beckman Auditorium. Wristbands are required for admission to the movie. Wristbands will be distributed on a first-come-first-served basis during the dinner.</div><div> </div><div>Stay tuned for the coming attractions: Movie and performance details!</div></div></div><p> </p></div></div></div>Fri, 15 Aug 2014 22:52:47 +0000christine.boyle43483 at http://www.caltech.eduHuntington Hospital Blood Drive - July 14 & 15http://www.caltech.edu/content/huntington-hospital-blood-drive-july-14-15
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><div><div><div><div>Monday, July 14, and Tuesday, July 15, 2014</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div>9:00 am to 3:30 pm</div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div>Winnett Quad</div></div></div><div><div><div>Huntington Hospital Blood Drive</div></div></div><div><div><div><p>The Huntington Hospital Bloodmobile will be parked in the Winnett Quad. Donors will receive $5 Coupons for Ernie's Truck!</p><p>To schedule an appointment, please call 626-397-5796.</p></div></div></div><div><div> </div></div></div><p> </p></div></div></div>Thu, 10 Jul 2014 18:19:14 +0000christine.boyle43188 at http://www.caltech.eduFOOTHILL UNITY CENTER "BACK-TO-SCHOOL" DRIVE http://www.caltech.edu/content/foothill-unity-center-back-school-drive-3
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>FOOTHILL UNITY CENTER "BACK-TO-SCHOOL" DRIVE: The Caltech community is participating in a drive in support of the Foothill Unity Center to provide back-to-school supplies for children of qualified families (low income &amp; homeless). Drop-off boxes are in Human Resources &amp; Keith Spalding lobbies. Donations are accepted from June 16th thru July 15th. Suggested items are: New backpacks, 24ct crayons, single spiral notebooks, glue sticks, mechanical pencils, pencil sharpeners, 3-ring binders, filler paper (college &amp; wide-ruled), calculators (regular &amp; scientific), 12' rulers, and blue and black ball-point pens. Please deposit your items in the drop-off boxes Mon-Fri from 7:30am - 5:00pm. If you have questions or need more item suggestions, contact Diane Williams at 626-395-8055 or <a href="mailto:diane.williams@caltech.edu">diane.williams@caltech.edu</a>.</p></div></div></div>Fri, 06 Jun 2014 19:14:20 +0000christine.boyle42978 at http://www.caltech.edu59th Annual Staff Service Awardshttp://www.caltech.edu/content/59th-annual-staff-service-awards-0
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><div><div><div>59th Annual Staff Service Awards</div></div></div><div><div><div><p>At this year's <a href="http://www.caltech.edu/serviceawards">Annual Staff Service Awards</a>, earlier today in Beckman Auditorium, Caltech honored over 250 staff members with service ranging from 10 to 50 years. The biographies of awardees can be found <a href="http://www.caltech.edu/content/service-award-honorees-2014">here</a>:</p></div></div></div><p> </p><p><a href="http://www.caltech.edu/serviceawards">http://www.caltech.edu/serviceawards</a></p><p>Click onthe tabs at the top to view biographies and photos</p></div></div></div>Mon, 02 Jun 2014 22:36:58 +0000christine.boyle42951 at http://www.caltech.edu59th Annual Service Awards Biographieshttp://www.caltech.edu/content/59th-annual-service-awards-biographies
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>Biographies for awardees with 40 years are abailable at:</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><a href="http://www.caltech.edu/content/40-year-service-awardees">ht</a><a href="http://www.caltech.edu/content/40-year-service-awardees">tp://www.caltech.edu/content/40-year-service-awardees</a></p></div></div></div>Sun, 01 Jun 2014 22:14:28 +0000christine.boyle42944 at http://www.caltech.edu59th Annual Staff Service Awards Biographieshttp://www.caltech.edu/content/59th-annual-staff-service-awards-biographies-0
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>The Biography for awardee Jennifer Daniels 45 years is available at</p><p> </p><p><a href="http://www.caltech.edu/content/facilities-assistant-honored-45-years-service">http://www.caltech.edu/content/facilities-assistant-honored-45-years-service</a></p></div></div></div>Sun, 01 Jun 2014 22:11:22 +0000christine.boyle42943 at http://www.caltech.eduScience of Benefits - The New Realities of Life Transitions & Well-Being http://www.caltech.edu/content/science-benefits-new-realities-life-transitions-well-being
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p><strong>Thursday, March 13, 2014</strong></p><p><strong>1:30 – 2:30 p.m.</strong></p><p><strong>RAMO Auditorium</strong></p><p><strong>The New Realities of Life Transitions &amp; Well-Being </strong></p><p>A Special Presentation by Joe Coughlin, Director of MIT's AgeLab</p><p><em>Your Retirement Paradigm is About to Shift</em></p><p>As part of the Science of Benefits series, Joe Coughlin, Director of MIT's AgeLab, is coming to Caltech for a special speaker event: The New Realities of Life Transitions &amp; Well-Being.</p><p>Named by the <em>Wall Street Journal</em> as one of the "12 pioneers inventing the future of retirement," Coughlin will share his insights about the future and aging. He'll explain how evolving social norms are changing the way we engage with our finances — and what to do about it to ensure optimal well-being across our lifespan.</p><p>Come hear this distinguished and engaging speaker, and learn how we will all live, work and play tomorrow.</p><p>No RSVP is needed. For details, visit <a href="http://www.tiaa-cref.org/caltech">www.tiaa-cref.org/caltech</a>. </p><p> </p><p> </p></div></div></div>Fri, 07 Mar 2014 16:47:12 +0000christine.boyle42235 at http://www.caltech.eduRed Cross Blood Drivehttp://www.caltech.edu/content/red-cross-blood-drive-30
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><div><div><div><p>The Red Cross Blood Drive will be held Monday, March 3 and Tuesday, March 4 from 12:00pm to 6:00 p.m. The Red Cross Bloodmobile will be parked by Winnett Quad.</p><p>Benefits of Donating:</p><ul><li>It feels great to donate!</li><li>It's something you can spare – most people have blood to spare... yet, there is still not enough to go around.</li><li>You will help ensure blood is on the shelf when needed – most people don't think they'll ever need blood, but many do.</li><li>You will be someone's hero – in fact, you could help save more than one life with just one donation.</li></ul><p>Please go to <a href="http://redcrossblood.org/">redcrossblood.org</a> or call1-800-RED CROSS for more information.</p></div></div></div><p> </p></div></div></div>Mon, 24 Feb 2014 23:45:02 +0000christine.boyle42123 at http://www.caltech.eduRed Cross Blood Drive – March 3rd and 4thhttp://www.caltech.edu/content/red-cross-blood-drive-march-3rd-and-4th-0
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p><strong>Red Cross Blood Drive – March 3<sup>rd</sup> and 4<sup>th</sup></strong></p><p>The Red Cross Blood Drive will be held Monday, March 3 from 12:00p.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Tuesday, March 4 from noon to 6:00pm. The Red Cross Bloodmobile will be parked by Winnett Quad.</p><p>Benefits of Donating:</p><ul><li>It feels great to donate!</li><li>It's something you can spare – most people have blood to spare... yet, there is still not enough to go around.</li><li>You will help ensure blood is on the shelf when needed – most people don't think they'll ever need blood, but many do.</li><li>You will be someone's hero – in fact, you could help save more than one life with just one donation.</li></ul><p>Please go to <a href="http://redcrossblood.org/">redcrossblood.org</a> or call 1-800-RED CROSS for more information.</p></div></div></div>Fri, 21 Feb 2014 22:53:57 +0000christine.boyle42113 at http://www.caltech.eduCrucial Conversationshttp://www.caltech.edu/content/crucial-conversations
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p><strong>Crucial Conversations </strong></p><p>Tools for Talking When Stakes are High </p><p>If you feel stuck—in a relationship, in your career, at home, wherever—chances are a crucial conversation is keeping you there. This training based on the New York Times bestseller introduces you to the skills you need to handle crucial conversations—conversations that occur when the stakes are high, emotions run strong, and opinions vary. </p><p>With Crucial Conversations skills, you'll be able to…</p><p>· Prepare for high-stakes situations with a proven technique</p><p>· Transform anger and hurt feelings into powerful dialogue</p><p>· Make it safe to talk about almost anything</p><p>· Be persuasive, not abrasive</p><p>· Improve nearly every professional and personal relationships</p><p> </p><p>Dates:</p><p>March 20, 2014 and March 27, 2014</p><p>Time:</p><p>9am—4pm</p><p>Location:</p><p>Winnett Lounge</p><p>Fee:</p><p>$250</p><p> </p><p>To register for the class and get more information about course content, fees, and cancellation policy, please visit our online course catalog at <a href="http://www.hr.caltech.edu/services/professional_development ">http://www.hr.caltech.edu/services/professional_development </a> or call x3204</p><p> </p></div></div></div>Fri, 21 Feb 2014 22:43:14 +0000christine.boyle42110 at http://www.caltech.eduRed Cross Blood Drivehttp://www.caltech.edu/content/red-cross-blood-drive-29
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><div><div><div>Red Cross Blood Drive<p>The Red Cross Blood Drive will also be held Monday, March 3 from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., and Tuesday, March 4 from noon to 6:00pm. The Red Cross Bloodmobile will be parked by Winnett Quad.</p></div></div></div><div><div><div><p>Benefits of Donating:</p><ul><li>It feels great to donate!</li><li>It's something you can spare – most people have blood to spare... yet, there is still not enough to go around.</li><li>You will help ensure blood is on the shelf when needed – most people don't think they'll ever need blood, but many do.</li><li>You will be someone's hero – in fact, you could help save more than one life with just one donation.</li></ul><p>Please go to <a href="http://redcrossblood.org/">redcrossblood.org</a> or call 1-800-RED CROSS for more information.</p></div></div></div><p> </p></div></div></div>Fri, 21 Feb 2014 18:03:26 +0000christine.boyle42105 at http://www.caltech.eduHR Announces Series of Benefits Workshopshttp://www.caltech.edu/content/hr-announces-series-benefits-workshops
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p><strong>The Science of Benefits Workshop Series</strong> brings experts to campus for focused presentations. Be sure to attend this season's workshops and look for free give-aways at every event!</p><p>All events are also offered at JPL; see the <a href="https://hr.caltech.edu/documents/161-2014_science_of_benefits_workshops_flyer.pdf">series flyer (PDF)</a> for details.</p><ul><li><strong><a href="http://hr.caltech.edu/events/42025">Ideal Retirement: Tomorrow in Focus (2/25/2014)</a></strong><br />No matter your age or career stage, the smarter you are about saving for retirement now, the closer you're likely to get to your ideal retirement.<br /> </li><li><strong><a href="http://hr.caltech.edu/events/42029">Foundations of Investing: Money at Work (4/15/2014)</a></strong><br />At this workshop, TIAA-CREF will give you information to help you figure which investment vehicles are right for you.<br /> </li><li><strong><a href="http://hr.caltech.edu/events/42030">Charting Your Course… Exclusively for Women (5/6/2014)</a></strong><br />With 40% of women predicted to be living on their own at age 65 and beyond, it's important for women to take an active role in their own finances.<br /> </li><li><strong><a href="http://hr.caltech.edu/events/42032">Paying Yourself: Income Options in Retirement (6/3/2014)</a></strong><br />At this workshop, TIAA-CREF will help simplify retirement income, so you learn the basic rules about retirement accounts, gain perspective, and discover flexible income choices.<br /> </li><li><strong><a href="http://hr.caltech.edu/events/42033">Starting Line: How and Why Retirement Saving Should Begin Now (7/1/2014)</a></strong><br />Attend this workshop to get ahead of your retirement saving with some tools and information you can use right now.<br /> </li><li><strong><a href="http://hr.caltech.edu/events/42034">Financial Tools: Connect to Financial Clarity (8/5/2014)</a></strong><br />At this workshop, TIAA-CREF will guide you through their suite of online tools to help you get the knowledge and confidence to discuss your needs with a Financial Consultant.</li></ul></div></div></div>Thu, 13 Feb 2014 19:42:51 +0000christine.boyle42054 at http://www.caltech.eduOff the Clock: Art on Your Own Timehttp://www.caltech.edu/content/clock-art-your-own-time-11
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>This year marks the ninth annual exhibition featuring artwork created by our talented co-workers. Their best offerings will be on display including photography, paintings, ceramics and pottery, knitting and needlework, quilts, and much more.</p><p>The exhibit will be held February 4, 5, and 6 in Dabney Lounge from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The awards will be announced at a reception held on Thursday, February 6 at 3 p.m.</p><p>In conjunction with the art exhibit, on Friday, February 7 at noon there will be a musical performance by Dr. Julia Greer, Professor of Materials Science and Mechanics; Monica Kohler, Senior Research Fellow in Mechanical and Civil Engineering; Lecturer in Mechanical and Civil Engineering; Victor Tsai, Assistant Professor of Geophysics; Megan Newcombe, Grad Student in Geological and Planetary Sciences.</p><p>Please visit the exhibit throughout the week and bring your family and co-workers to enjoy the reception and musical performance. There is no charge for any of the events and you are encouraged to come and enjoy the art as many times as you like!</p></div></div></div>Wed, 05 Feb 2014 17:02:08 +0000christine.boyle41964 at http://www.caltech.eduFlu Vaccinehttp://www.caltech.edu/content/flu-vaccine-0
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> </p><p>There are no more flu vaccines available at the Health Center at this time.</p></div></div></div>Mon, 09 Dec 2013 23:52:02 +0000christine.boyle41499 at http://www.caltech.eduOff the Clock: Art On Your Own Timehttp://www.caltech.edu/content/clock-art-your-own-time-7
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>Tuesday, February 4, 2014 to Thursday, February 6, 2014<br />10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. each day<br />Dabney Hall, Lounge</p><p>This is the 9th annual exhibition featuring artwork by members of Caltech! Come see works created by your colleagues, and vote for your favorite items on display. The display will include examples of the many talents and hobbies of your co-workers, including photography, drawings, paintings, watercolors, ceramics/pottery, yarnwork/needlework, quilts, jewelry, woodwork/metalwork, audio/video and more.</p><p><strong>Whatever your talent, we hope you will share it!</strong> If you would like to submit your work for the display, please submit a <a href="https://hr.caltech.edu/documents/84-off_the_clock.pdf">registration form (PDF)</a>. The deadline to register is Tuesday, January 28th!</p><p>There will be a reception on Thursday, February 6, at 3:00 p.m. in Dabney Garden. The Caltech Art Committee Awards and People's Choice Awards will be announced. Please join us to recognize all of the participants. Light refreshments will be served. </p><p>In conjunction with the exhibit, there will also be a musical performance in Dabney Lounge on Friday, February 7th at noon with a trio of musicians led by Dr. Julia Greer, Professor of Materials Science and Mechanics,</p><p>Please visit the exhibit throughout the week and bring your family and co-workers to enjoy the reception and musical performance. There is no charge for the events and we encourage you to come and enjoy the art as many times as you like!</p><p>Please contact Christine Boyle in HR Events by email at <a href="mailto:christine.boyle@caltech.edu">christine.boyle@caltech.edu</a> or by phone at 626-395-1745 with questions.</p><p> </p></div></div></div>Fri, 06 Dec 2013 23:59:51 +0000christine.boyle41338 at http://www.caltech.eduADOPT AN ANGEL http://www.caltech.edu/content/adopt-angel
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>ADOPT AN ANGEL</p><p>Human Resources is sponsoring its annual Adopt an Angel Program, which provides holiday gifts for children of poverty-level families from the San Gabriel Valley area.</p><p>To adopt an Angel, go to the Human Resources office between 7:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. to pick up a decorated paper angel bearing the name of a needy child, along with his or her special wish list, age, clothing size, and interests. Then leave an unwrapped gift for your Angel, with his or her name attached, in the Human Resources office by Friday, December 6.</p><p>The Angel Program is affiliated with the Foothill Unity Center, a nonprofit organization that provides critical support in the form of food, clothing, motel vouchers, referrals, and advocacy for people in crisis who reside in Pasadena, South Pasadena, Altadena, Monrovia, Arcadia, Sierra Madre, Bradbury, Baldwin Park, Irwindale and Azusa.</p><p>For more information, contact Diane Williams at <a href="mailto:diane.williams@caltech.edu">diane.williams@caltech.edu</a> or 395-8055.</p><p> </p></div></div></div>Tue, 19 Nov 2013 23:37:40 +0000christine.boyle41232 at http://www.caltech.eduUnited Way Bake Salehttp://www.caltech.edu/content/united-way-bake-sale
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>Caltech's United Way Campaign is in full swing! There will be a Bake Sale on Tuesday, November 19th from 10:30am to 1:30pm.</p><p>Contributions from this event will go directly to the United Way to raise awareness of the homeless crisis we are facing, and how the United Way is involved.</p><p>Please come and purchase something yummy!</p><p>Location: Winnett Quad</p><p>Date: Tuesday, November 19th</p><p>Time 10:30am - 1:30pm</p><p>For more information, please contact HR Events at 626-395-1745 or email <a href="mailto:christine.boyle@caltech.edu">christine.boyle@caltech.edu</a></p><p> </p></div></div></div>Fri, 15 Nov 2013 19:23:17 +0000christine.boyle41193 at http://www.caltech.eduUnited Way Campaign 2014http://www.caltech.edu/content/united-way-campaign-2014
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><div><div>Caltech's 2014 United Way Campaign is running from October 25 through November 25.</div></div><div><div><div><p>You can pledge online by going to <a href="http://www.access.caltech.edu/">www.access.caltech.edu</a> and clicking on United Way.</p><p>You can designate the agencies you would like to donate to and you can elect to have payroll deductions or to send a one-time check.</p><p>During this campaign period, your donations to the Caltech Y, The Children's Center at Caltech (CCC), and the Child Educational Center (CEC) at JPL will be matched by the Institute.</p><p>If you need assistance with pledging and/or want to know the name of your department/division United Way Ambassador, please call 626-395-1745 or email <a href="mailto:christine.boyle@caltech.edu">christine.boyle@caltech.edu</a></p></div></div></div><p> </p></div></div></div>Fri, 01 Nov 2013 21:09:55 +0000christine.boyle41014 at http://www.caltech.eduHuntington Hospital Blood Drivehttp://www.caltech.edu/content/huntington-hospital-blood-drive-15
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><div><div><div>Huntington Hospital Blood Drive</div></div></div><div><div><div>The Huntington Hospital is holding a Blood Drive in their Bloodmobile in the Winnett Quad on campus (by the Winnett Center - Bldg. 51) on Tuesday, November 12 and Wednesday, November 13 from 9:00am to 3:30pm. Donors will receive $5 Coupons for Ernie's Truck!</div><div> </div><div>To schedule an appointment, please call Jackie Baca-Geary, Blood Donor Recruiter at Huntington Hospital: 626.397.5796</div><div> </div><div>Date: Tuesday, November 12 and Wednesday, November 13 - 9:00AM - 3:30 PM</div><div>Location: Winnett Quad</div><div> </div><div>For questions, please call 626-395-1745</div></div></div><div><div> </div></div><p> </p></div></div></div>Thu, 31 Oct 2013 18:21:46 +0000christine.boyle41009 at http://www.caltech.eduFlu Vaccine http://www.caltech.edu/content/flu-vaccine
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">A limited number of flu vaccines are available at the student health center for staff, faculty, post docs, and students.
Starting October 30, 2013, walk in hours for a flu shot will be Monday to Friday from 8:30– 10:00 a.m., and 1:00 – 2:30 p.m.
Please bring a valid Caltech ID.
</div></div></div>Tue, 29 Oct 2013 15:37:47 +0000christine.boyle40965 at http://www.caltech.eduStaff Education Fairhttp://www.caltech.edu/content/staff-education-fair
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>Staff Education Fair</p><p>San Pasqual Walk</p><p>October 24, 2013</p><p>11:30am – 1:30pm</p><p>Have you ever thought about going back and getting that degree, but aren't sure what to look for in a program?</p><p>This fair will feature representatives and information from different accredited programs that cater to working professionals.</p><p>For more information contact Human Resources Events &amp; Education at x3204"</p><p> </p><p> </p></div></div></div>Wed, 02 Oct 2013 19:29:06 +0000christine.boyle40709 at http://www.caltech.eduNational Alliance on Mental Illness - 5K Walk http://www.caltech.edu/content/national-alliance-mental-illness-5k-walk
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p><strong>National Alliance on Mental Illness - 5K Walk </strong></p><p><strong>NAMIWalks</strong> <strong>– Saturday, October 5</strong></p><p>Every journey begins with that first step. In 2013, tens of thousands of concerned citizens in more than 84 communities across the nation will join NAMI and walk together to raise money and awareness about our country's need for a world-class treatment and recovery system for people with mental illness. Need more information? You may register online and join one of the local Pasadena teams led by Simone Porcu by visiting <a href="http://namiwalks.nami.org/spteam2013">http://namiwalks.nami.org/spteam2013</a>. </p><p><strong>Location: Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica, CA</strong><br /><strong>Date:</strong> October 5, 2013<br /><strong>Distance:</strong> Distance 5K<br /><strong>Check-in:</strong> 8:00 AM<br /><strong>Start Time:</strong> 9:30 AM</p></div></div></div>Mon, 23 Sep 2013 21:34:05 +0000christine.boyle40390 at http://www.caltech.eduRED CROSS BLOOD DRIVEhttp://www.caltech.edu/content/red-cross-blood-drive-26
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE</p><p>The Bloodmobile will be on campus, Monday, September 23, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. It will be located next to the Winnett quad. The Red Cross Blood Drive will also be held in the Winnett Lounge (above the Bookstore Bldg. #51 on the campus map) on Tuesday, September 24, 12 p.m. - 6 p.m. </p><p>Please go to: redcrossblood.org • 1-800-RED CROSS </p><p>For questions contact Christine Boyle, <a href="mailto:christine.boyle@caltech.edu">christine.boyle@caltech.edu</a>, or call 626-395-1745</p></div></div></div>Fri, 20 Sep 2013 17:01:10 +0000christine.boyle40355 at http://www.caltech.eduFlu Shot Clinic http://www.caltech.edu/content/flu-shot-clinic-2
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> </p><p><strong>Flu Shot Clinic October 22<sup>nd</sup> from 8:30am to 3pm</strong></p><p>Tuesday October 22<sup>nd</sup> from 8:30a-3pm in the Dabney Hall and Gardens. </p><p>The flu shot will contain both the <strong>Seasonal and H1N1</strong> vaccination. You <strong>must</strong> show your Caltech ID to receive a shot. If you are pregnant or have a preexisting medical condition, please bring written consent from your doctor to receive the flu shot. It is anticipated that enough shots have been ordered so you can come any time before 3pm to get your shot.</p><p> </p><p>For more information, call Michelle Case at 626-395-8383</p><p> </p></div></div></div>Tue, 17 Sep 2013 16:52:37 +0000christine.boyle40290 at http://www.caltech.eduBenefits Fair http://www.caltech.edu/content/benefits-fair-0
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p><strong>Benefits Fair October 22<sup>nd</sup> from 8:30am to 3pm</strong></p><p>Tuesday October 22<sup>nd</sup> from 8:30a-3pm in the Dabney Hall and Gardens. </p><p> </p><p>Meet representative from our benefits carriers:</p><p>TIAA-CREF, Kaiser Permanente, Anthem, UniAccount, Vision Service Plan (VSP), Safeguard, Delta Dental, MetLife, Aetna Student Health and the Child Education Center (CEC).</p><p> </p><p>Members from the Caltech Benefits Office will be there to answer questions regarding your Annual Enrollment.</p><p> </p><p>And of course there will be giveaways and raffle prizes!</p><p>For more information, call Michelle Case at 626-395-8383</p></div></div></div>Tue, 17 Sep 2013 16:50:25 +0000christine.boyle40289 at http://www.caltech.eduRed Cross Blood Drivehttp://www.caltech.edu/content/red-cross-blood-drive-25
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">Red Cross Blood Drive<p><a href="http://www.caltech.edu/around-campus/section_id/75">Human Resources</a></p><p>Monday, September 23, 2013</p><p>8:00 am</p><p>Winnett quad</p><p>Red Cross Blood Drive</p><p>The Red Cross will conduct a Blood Drive at Caltech. Monday, September 23 from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM in the Winnett Quad. Look for the Bloodmobile.</p><p>On Tuesday, September 24 the Red Cross Blood Drive will be held in the Winnett Lounge (above the Bookstore Bldg. #51 on the campus map) from 12pm - 6pm.</p><p>Please go to:</p><p><a href="http://www.magnetmail1.net/link.cfm?r=1086629542&amp;sid=22364671&amp;m=2462741&amp;u=REDCROSS8&amp;j=13866878&amp;s=http://www.redcrossblood.org" target="_blank">redcrossblood.org</a> • <a href="tel:1-800-733-2767">1-800-RED CROSS</a></p><p> </p><p>For questions contact Christine Boyle <a href="mailto:christine.boyle@caltech.edu">christine.boyle@caltech.edu</a> at 626-395-1745</p></div></div></div>Fri, 13 Sep 2013 17:10:22 +0000christine.boyle40263 at http://www.caltech.eduRed Cross Blood Drivehttp://www.caltech.edu/content/red-cross-blood-drive-24
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><div><div><div>Monday, September 23, 2013</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div>8:00 am</div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div>Winnett quad</div></div></div><div><div><div>Red Cross Blood Drive</div></div></div><div><div><div><p>The Red Cross will conduct a Blood Drive at Caltech. Monday, September 23 from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM in the Winnett Quad. Look for the Bloodmobile.</p><p>On Tuesday, September 24 the Red Cross Blood Drive will be held in the Winnett Lounge (above the Bookstore Bldg. #51 on the campus map)from 12pm - 6pm.</p></div></div></div><div><div><div>Please go to:</div><div><a href="http://www.magnetmail1.net/link.cfm?r=1086629542&amp;sid=22364671&amp;m=2462741&amp;u=REDCROSS8&amp;j=13866878&amp;s=http://www.redcrossblood.org" target="_blank">redcrossblood.org</a> • <a href="tel:1-800-733-2767">1-800-RED CROSS</a>For questions contact Christine Boyle <a href="mailto:christine.boyle@caltech.edu">christine.boyle@caltech.edu</a> at 626-395-1745</div></div></div><p> </p></div></div></div>Tue, 10 Sep 2013 22:46:07 +0000christine.boyle40237 at http://www.caltech.eduGetting to Know the University of Redlands School of Businesshttp://www.caltech.edu/content/getting-know-university-redlands-school-business
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>Human Resources Events &amp; Education Presents:</p><p><strong>Getting to Know the University of Redlands School of Business</strong></p><p><em>Presented by Laura Mathiasen, Campus Director, School of Business</em></p><p> Join us at the</p><p>Avery Library</p><p><em>Thursday, September 12, 2013</em></p><p><em>12pm—1pm</em></p><p>Whether you're a mid-career professional seeking to advance your skill set so you'll be ready for your next promotion, or thinking about starting your next career, the University of Redlands School of Business can help you fulfill your vision. They believe you shouldn't have to move, wait until your kids go off to college, or radically alter your life in order to get the degree you want or need.<br /><br />University of Redlands School of Business knows you're busy and believes attending class one night a week is manageable. With degree programs offered at locations throughout southern California, the University of Redlands School of Business successfully merges the busy lives of adult students with a transformative education that makes people better.</p><p align="center">Bring your own "brown bag" lunch—and your questions.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p></div></div></div>Thu, 29 Aug 2013 17:04:58 +0000christine.boyle40138 at http://www.caltech.eduMeet Pasadena Unified School District Leadershiphttp://www.caltech.edu/content/meet-pasadena-unified-school-district-leadership
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>Meet Pasadena Unified School District Leadership</p><p> </p><p>Join us at:</p><p>Avery Dining Room</p><p>Tuesday, September 10, 2013</p><p>12pm – 1pm</p><p> </p><p>Caltech is engaging in a strategic partnership with Pasadena Unified School District. As a part of this partnership, Human Resources has invited the school district's leadership to come out and meet our Caltech community. Please join us for a special gathering of parents and PUSD academic administrators who will discuss the district's vision, new projects and its burgeoning relationship with Caltech. The Pasadena Education Network will also be in attendance. <br /><br /><strong>The panel will include:</strong></p><p>Jon Gundry, <em>Superintendent</em><br />Brian McDonald, <em>Chief Academic Officer</em><br />Kathy Onoye, <em>Executive Director, Elementary Education</em> <br />Margaret Abrahamson, <em>Director, Student Support Programs</em><br />Adam Wolfson, <em>Director, Communications &amp; Community Engagement</em><br />Theresa Doran, <em>Coordinator, Office of Enrollment, Permits &amp; Records</em><br />Hoori Chalian, <em>Coordinator, Innovative &amp; Intervention Programs</em><br />Jodi Marchesso, <em>STEM/Biology Curriculum Coach</em></p><p> </p><p align="center"><strong><em>Please bring your lunch as only light refreshments will be provided.</em></strong></p><p align="center"> </p><p>To register for this event please contact Human Resources Events &amp; Education at ext. 3204</p></div></div></div>Tue, 27 Aug 2013 19:08:16 +0000christine.boyle40124 at http://www.caltech.eduFIRST RESPONDERS’ COURSEhttp://www.caltech.edu/content/first-responders-course-1
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>FIRST RESPONDERS' Course: Specifically designed for people responsible for providing emergency First Aid care for the sick and injured. Covers the full range of First Aid and CPR skills. Excellent training for law enforcement professionals, lifeguards, firefighters, security, teachers, and others who are responsible for the safety of others. </p><p>Meets Department of Transportation standards for emergency response training. Training will be 15 sessions – Mon-Wed-Fri – 8:00am-Noon – 7/29-thru 8/30. Brown Gym Classroom. <strong>Registration required.</strong> For registration and additional information, please contact Mark Stapf at ext. 6277 or <a href="mailto:mstapf@caltech.edu">mstapf@caltech.edu</a>.</p><p> </p></div></div></div>Thu, 18 Jul 2013 22:19:45 +0000christine.boyle39947 at http://www.caltech.eduFOOTHILL UNITY CENTER "BACK-TO-SCHOOL" DRIVEhttp://www.caltech.edu/content/foothill-unity-center-back-school-drive-2
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>*FOOTHILL UNITY CENTER "BACK-TO-SCHOOL" DRIVE The Caltech community is participating in a drive in support of the Foothill Unity Center to provide back-to-school supplies for children of qualified families. Drop-off boxes are in Human Resources &amp; Keith Spalding lobbies. Donations are accepted from July 8th thru July 30th. Suggested items are: New backpacks,24ct crayons, single spiral notebooks, glue sticks, mechanical pencils, pencil sharpeners, 3 ring binders, filler paper(college &amp; wide ruled), calculators(regular &amp; Scientific), 12' ruler, blue &amp; black ball point pens. Please deposit your items in the drop-off boxes Mon-Fri from 7:30am -5:00 p.m. If you have questions or need more item suggestions, contact Stephanie Hancock at 626-395-2071 or <a href="mailto:shancock@caltech.edu">shancock@caltech.edu</a>.</p></div></div></div>Thu, 11 Jul 2013 23:14:11 +0000christine.boyle39907 at http://www.caltech.eduRED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE AT CALTECHhttp://www.caltech.edu/content/red-cross-blood-drive-caltech-1
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>The Red Cross is conducting a blood drive at Caltech Monday, July 15 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. The Red Cross Bloodmobile will be parked in the Winnett Quad. On Tuesday, July 16, the blood drive will be held from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the Winnett Lounge (above the Bookstore).</p><p><strong>For the second straight year, the Red Cross is experiencing blood and platelet donation levels in June and early July much lower than expected. Donations through the Red Cross were down approximately 10 percent in June 2013, resulting in about 50,000 fewer donations. <strong>Your help is especially needed now. Red Cross officials have issued an emergency request for blood and platelet donations. Please encourage donors of all blood types to give – especially types O negative, A negative and B negative.</strong></strong></p><p><strong>To register and schedule an appointment, online please go to:</strong></p><p><strong><a href="http://www.redcrossblood.org/">http://www.redcrossblood.org/</a></strong></p><p>Or call Christine Boyle at Caltech 626-395-1745 or email <a href="mailto:christine.boyle@caltech.edu">christine.boyle@caltech.edu</a></p><p>Or you can walk-in to the Blood Drive and they can schedule a time for you as time permits.</p><p>Thank you!</p></div></div></div>Tue, 09 Jul 2013 21:36:54 +0000christine.boyle39863 at http://www.caltech.eduFOOTHILL UNITY CENTER “BACK-TO-SCHOOL” DRIVEhttp://www.caltech.edu/content/foothill-unity-center-back-school-drive-1
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> </p><p>FOOTHILL UNITY CENTER "BACK-TO-SCHOOL" DRIVE</p><p>The Caltech community is participating in a drive in support of the Foothill Unity Center to provide back-to-school supplies for</p><p>children of qualified families. There will be drop-off boxes provided in both Human Resources &amp; Keith Spalding buildings. They are accepting</p><p>donations from July 8th thru July 30<sup>th</sup>. Please deposit your items in the drop-off boxes Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. If you have questions, contact Stephanie Hancock at 626-395-2071 or <a href="mailto:shancock@caltech.edu">shancock@caltech.edu</a>.</p></div></div></div>Tue, 02 Jul 2013 18:37:28 +0000christine.boyle39823 at http://www.caltech.eduRed Cross Blood Drive at Caltech http://www.caltech.edu/content/red-cross-blood-drive-caltech-0
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>The Red Cross is conducting a Blood Drive at Caltech Monday, July 15 from 8:00am to 8:00pm in the Red Cross Bloodmobile parked in the Winnett Quad and Tuesday, July 16 from noon to 6:00pm in Winnett Lounge (above the Bookstore).</p><p>Your donation can help save the life of a patient in need, giving them the chance to create their own summer of stories. Live a story. Give a story. Donate blood or platelets.</p><p>Help patients create their summer of stories by donating blood at our blood drive at <strong>Caltech </strong>on <strong>July 15<sup>th</sup></strong> from<strong> 8:00am to 8:00pm</strong>. Summer is a time to create lifelong memories. When you give blood or platelets, you could give patients time to make their own memories.</p><p> Show your American spirit this month in honor of Independence Day by donating blood. To help increase interest in donating blood when donations historically drop around summer holidays, all presenting donors July 1-15 will be entered to win one of five $3,000 American Express gift cards!</p><a href="http://www.magnetmail1.net/link.cfm?r=1086629542&amp;sid=22364671&amp;m=2462741&amp;u=REDCROSS8&amp;j=13866878&amp;s=http://www.redcrossblood.org" target="_blank">redcrossblood.org</a><a href="http://www.RedCrossBlood.org"> • </a><a href="tel:1-800-733-2767">1-800-RED CROSS</a><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p></div></div></div>Fri, 21 Jun 2013 22:40:47 +0000christine.boyle39763 at http://www.caltech.eduBasketball Skills Academy-Caltech Men’s Basketball Coach http://www.caltech.edu/content/basketball-skills-academy-caltech-men-s-basketball-coach
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>Just added — Basketball Skills Academy directed by Caltech Men's Basketball Coach Eslinger!<br /><br />Doc's Basketball Academy has been so fun this week that people are asking for more. So we've added a 3-day, 1/2 day session next week, June 25-27 (9 am – noon), for 4th – 8th graders. Register now at <a href="http://www.docsbballacademy.com/">docsbballacademy.com</a></p><p>Contact Coach Eslinger for more info: <a href="http://www.caltech.edu/node/add/hoopitup@caltech.edu">hoopitup@caltech.edu</a> / 626-395-3264.</p><p> </p><p> </p></div></div></div>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 17:05:43 +0000christine.boyle39757 at http://www.caltech.edu“When I Die, They’ll Send Me Home”http://www.caltech.edu/content/when-i-die-they-ll-send-me-home
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p><strong>"When I Die, They'll Send Me Home" – A Human Rights Perspective on Juvenile Justice in California</strong></p><p>Elizabeth Calvin │ Annenberg Lecture Hall │ Tuesday, May 21, at 7:30 pm</p><p> </p><p>In California children as young as 14 years old are tried in adult courts and given prison sentences meant for adults. The International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights and other international treaties require that children under age 18 be treated differently from adults when accused of a crime. Elizabeth Calvin, Senior Advocate in the Children's Rights Division of Human Rights Watch, has been at the forefront of a coalition advocating to change California law so that it reflects the capacity of young people to change and mature. Elizabeth will describe her research and advocacy on juvenile justice in California, as well as the work of Human Rights Watch. As a lawyer, advocate, and author of several Human Rights Watch reports, Elizabeth will also discuss the process and challenges she has faced with collecting data and analyzing the results.</p><p> </p><p><strong>About the Speaker</strong></p><p>Elizabeth Calvin is an attorney and Senior Advocate for the Children's Rights Division of Human Rights Watch, where she works for the rights of children in the juvenile justice and foster care systems. An advocate for over 25 years, she investigates human rights violations, publishes findings, organizes others to support a change in law, and lobbies legislators to take action.</p></div></div></div>Thu, 09 May 2013 21:13:59 +0000christine.boyle39386 at http://www.caltech.eduFaculty Search Committee Open Forum and Surveyhttp://www.caltech.edu/content/faculty-search-committee-open-forum-and-survey-0
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>The Faculty Search Committee is charged with seeking Dr. Chameau's successor and recommending several eminently qualified candidates for the position of president to the Trustee Selection Committee. All Caltech staff members are invited to meet with members of the search committee in an open forum. The agenda will include a presentation of the results of staff surveys and focus groups, an opportunity to offer input on the search for the next president of Caltech, and a question-and-answer segment with the search committee.</p><p>You may access the survey at <a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/N5GLKNQ">https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/N5GLKNQ</a></p><p>We encourage you to complete the survey by May 8. For more information about the Presidential Search, please visit the website at: <a href="http://www.presidentialsearch.caltech.edu/">www.presidentialsearch.caltech.edu</a></p><p>Staff forum: Friday, May 10, 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., Ramo auditorium</p></div></div></div>Thu, 09 May 2013 17:29:54 +0000christine.boyle39376 at http://www.caltech.eduPersonal Savings Workshophttp://www.caltech.edu/content/personal-savings-workshop
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>Wednesday, July 24, 2013</p><p>10 – 11 a.m.</p><p>Winnett Lounge</p><p> </p><p><strong>Personal Savings Workshop</strong></p><p> </p><p>Whether you have a healthy balance or an unhealthy debt, proper management is the key to a sound financial future. This workshop, led by TIAA-CREF, will cover financial goal setting and savings strategies. The objective is to help you create a personal financial plan – and keep your plan on track. Attend and you'll receive free giveaways and have a chance to win prizes. No RSVP is needed. For details, visit <a href="http://www.tiaa-cref.org/caltech">www.tiaa-cref.org/caltech</a>. </p></div></div></div>Thu, 02 May 2013 20:44:45 +0000christine.boyle39333 at http://www.caltech.eduInvesting 201 Workshophttp://www.caltech.edu/content/investing-201-workshop
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>Tuesday, June 25, 2013</p><p>10 – 11 a.m.</p><p>Winnett Lounge</p><p> </p><p><strong>Investing 201 Workshop</strong></p><p> </p><p>Learn how to understand the risks and maximize the rewards of investing. This workshop, led by TIAA-CREF, will give you insight into what kind of investor you are and a deeper understanding of the financial choices available to you, including equities, real estate, fixed income investments, money markets, guaranteed investments, and mutual funds. Attend and you'll receive free giveaways and have a chance to win prizes. No RSVP is needed. For details, visit <a href="http://www.tiaa-cref.org/caltech">www.tiaa-cref.org/caltech</a>. </p></div></div></div>Thu, 02 May 2013 20:43:39 +0000christine.boyle39332 at http://www.caltech.eduInvesting for Women Workshophttp://www.caltech.edu/content/investing-women-workshop
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>Wednesday, May 29, 2013</p><p>10 – 11:30 a.m.</p><p>Winnett Lounge</p><p> </p><p><strong>Investing for Women Workshop</strong></p><p> </p><p>With 40% of women predicted to be living on their own at age 65 and beyond, it's important for women to take an active role in their financial affairs. This workshop, led by TIAA-CREF, is designed to help you evaluate your current financial health, understand investment strategies, and implement your chosen strategy. Attend and you'll receive free giveaways and have a chance to win prizes. No RSVP is needed. For details, visit <a href="http://www.tiaa-cref.org/caltech">www.tiaa-cref.org/caltech</a>. </p></div></div></div>Thu, 02 May 2013 20:42:25 +0000christine.boyle39331 at http://www.caltech.eduRed Cross Blood Drivehttp://www.caltech.edu/content/red-cross-blood-drive-23
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><div><div><div>Red Cross Blood Drive at Caltech</div></div></div><div><div><div>We hope that the Caltech community will again do its part to help reduce shortages in the Red Cross blood supply by donating blood during the blood drive. The Blood Drive will be held Monday, May 6 from 8am to 8pm and Tuesday, May 7 from noon to 6pm, Both days the Blood Drive will be held in the Bloodmoblie parked on campus. You may register by logging on to <a href="http://redcrossblood.org">http://redcrossblood.org</a></div><div> </div><div> </div><div>For questions please contact Christine Boyle <a href="mailto:christine.boyle@caltech.edu">christine.boyle@caltech.edu</a> at 626-395-1745</div></div></div><div><div><div> </div></div></div><p> </p></div></div></div>Mon, 22 Apr 2013 19:26:16 +0000christine.boyle39268 at http://www.caltech.eduPepperdine MBA - Information Session http://www.caltech.edu/content/pepperdine-mba-information-session
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p><strong>Pepperdine MBA Program</strong></p><p> </p><p> The Pepperdine University Graziadio School of Business and Management is pleased to share the <strong>Fully-Employed MBA program. </strong>This 28-month program designed for working professionals brings the Graziadio School's highly-ranked reputation closer to you, with our:</p><p> WASC/AACSB accreditation and world-class faculty</p><p> Ethical in focus, entrepreneurial in spirit, and global in orientation</p><p> Interactive and collaborative learning environment</p><p>We are excited to partner with the Caltech community to offer this prestigious program. Learn more about the MBA program in Pasadena at an upcoming information session.</p><p><strong>Where: Winnett Lounge </strong></p><p><strong>When: Thursday, April 11 2013, 12:00-1:00pm </strong></p><p><strong>Lunch will be provided</strong></p><p> </p></div></div></div>Mon, 01 Apr 2013 21:13:02 +0000christine.boyle39084 at http://www.caltech.eduCollege Savings Workshophttp://www.caltech.edu/content/college-savings-workshop
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>Tuesday, April 23, 2013</p><p>10 - 11 a.m.</p><p>Winnett Lounge</p><p> </p><p><strong>College Savings Workshop</strong></p><p> </p><p>Does a Mars mission seem simpler than college planning? Come to our April Science of Benefits and discover new approaches to college savings plans and their tax advantages. We'll discuss 529 plans, mutual fund custodial accounts and Coverdell accounts. Attend and you'll receive free giveaways and have a chance to win prizes. No RSVP is necessary. </p><p> </p><p>Contact: Elida Guillen, <a href="mailto:Elida.Guillen@caltech.edu">Elida.Guillen@caltech.edu</a>, 626-395-6483</p><p> </p><p>Event Sponsor: Caltech Benefits Office</p></div></div></div>Wed, 06 Mar 2013 23:57:21 +0000christine.boyle38838 at http://www.caltech.eduTax Planning Workshophttp://www.caltech.edu/content/tax-planning-workshop
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>Tuesday, March 26, 2013</p><p>10 - 11 a.m.</p><p>Winnett Lounge</p><p> </p><p><strong>Tax Planning Workshop</strong></p><p> </p><p>Get the formula for tax planning strategies to help you keep as much of your earned income as possible. This Science of Benefits workshop will cover tax law changes for 2012 and 2013, estate taxes and planning, timing deductions and capital gains, and maximizing tax-deferred deductions. Attend and you'll receive free giveaways and have a chance to win prizes. NO RSVP is necessary. </p><p> </p><p>Contact: Elida Guillen, <a href="mailto:Elida.Guillen@caltech.edu">Elida.Guillen@caltech.edu</a>, 626-395-6483</p><p> </p><p>Event Sponsor: Caltech Benefits Office</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p></div></div></div>Wed, 06 Mar 2013 23:56:01 +0000christine.boyle38837 at http://www.caltech.eduTake Our Children to Work Dayhttp://www.caltech.edu/content/take-our-children-work-day-6
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><div><div><div>Caltech's annual Take Our Children to Work Day will take place on Thursday, April 25, 2013. This event is an opportunity for Caltech personnel to introduce their children to the exciting things that go on at Caltech and to interest them in science, research, and possibilities for the future. For information and registration, click here: <a href="http://cit.hr.caltech.edu/HRForms/TOC2WD.pdf">http://cit.hr.caltech.edu/HRForms/TOC2WD.pdf</a>. If you have questions, contact Christine Boyle at 395-1745.</div></div></div><p> </p></div></div></div>Tue, 26 Feb 2013 18:43:57 +0000christine.boyle38765 at http://www.caltech.eduOff the Clock: Art on Your Own Time - Awards Presentedhttp://www.caltech.edu/content/clock-art-your-own-time-awards-presented
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p><strong>Off the Clock: Art on Your Own Time - 2013</strong></p><p><br />Our eighth annual Off the Clock: Art on Your Own Time Exhibit was held in Dabney Lounge February 12<sup>th</sup>-14<sup>th</sup>. It was well-attended and displayed the multi-faceted talents of the Caltech Community. A reception was held in Dabney Garden Thursday, February 14th to acknowledge the winners in each category.</p><p> </p><p>Attendees were asked to vote for their favorite artists in each of thirteen categories to determine the People's Choice awards.</p><p> </p><p>A Grand Prize was awarded to the artist with the greatest total in the popular vote.</p><p> </p><p>The results were:</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>People's Choice</strong></p><p>Photography - <strong>Vijay Somalinga (postdoc)</strong></p><p>Drawings - <strong>Ana Brown (grad student) </strong></p><p>Acrylics - <strong>Alain Martin (academic faculty)</strong></p><p>Oils - <strong>Mary Kalayjian (staff)</strong></p><p>Watercolors<strong> - Marta Murphy (staff)</strong></p><p>Pastels &amp; Other Mediums - <strong>Todd Swart (staff)</strong></p><p>Quilts<strong> - Anna Abelin (grad student)</strong></p><p>Yarnwork/Needlework -<strong> Dawn Boyd (staff)</strong></p><p>Jewelry -<strong> Tony</strong> <strong>Fender (academic faculty)</strong></p><p>Ceramics/Pottery - <strong>Alison Ross (staff)</strong></p><p>Woodwork<strong> - Roy Williams (staff)</strong></p><p>Audio/Video - <strong>Tina Lai Zelaya (staff)</strong></p><p>Other Mediums<strong> - Annie Mejia (staff)</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>Grand Prize </strong></p><p><strong>Alison Ross (staff) - Ceramics/Pottery</strong></p><p> </p><p> </p></div></div></div>Fri, 15 Feb 2013 19:14:52 +0000christine.boyle38472 at http://www.caltech.eduRetirement 101 Workshophttp://www.caltech.edu/content/retirement-101-workshop
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> </p><p>Wednesday, February 27, 2013</p><p>10 a.m.</p><p>Winnett Lounge</p><p> </p><p><strong>Retirement 101 Workshop</strong></p><p> </p><p>When it comes to retirement planning, many of us put it off because there seems so much to figure out. What are your investment options? How much should you put aside? Are you saving enough? What are the tax laws all about? Is it true you can benefit from them? This workshop will help you set realistic retirement goals, understand savings strategies, devise a plan, and stay on track. Attend and you'll receive free giveaways and have a chance to win prizes. Reservations are required. For details, visit <a href="http://www.tiaa-cref.org/caltech">www.tiaa-cref.org/caltech</a>. </p></div></div></div>Thu, 07 Feb 2013 22:56:41 +0000christine.boyle38412 at http://www.caltech.eduMean Markets and Lizard Brains http://www.caltech.edu/content/mean-markets-and-lizard-brains
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>Wednesday, February 20, 2013</p><p>10 a.m.</p><p>RAMO Auditorium</p><p> </p><p><strong>Mean Markets and Lizard Brains </strong></p><p> </p><p>The 2013 Science of Benefits series is kicking off with a special presentation by Terry Burnham, author of <em>Mean Markets and Lizard Brains</em>. He'll discuss how irrationality can actually help predict market direction. Dr. Benjamin Gillen, Assistant Professor in Economics at Caltech, will provide his unique perspective based on his research in financial econometrics. Whether you're just starting to save for retirement or you're a seasoned investor, you'll enjoy this lively discussion. Attend and you'll have a chance to win a Kindle Fire HD or a signed copy of Terry Burnham's book.</p><p>No reservations are required. For details, visit <a href="http://www.tiaa-cref.org/caltech">www.tiaa-cref.org/caltech</a>.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p></div></div></div>Thu, 07 Feb 2013 22:51:04 +0000christine.boyle38411 at http://www.caltech.eduFlu Shots Availablehttp://www.caltech.edu/content/flu-shots-available-0
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p><strong>Flu Shots Available</strong></p><p>Where: Student Health Center</p><p>Times: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: <strong>8:30am - 10:30am </strong>&amp; <strong>1:00pm - 2:30pm</strong></p><p>Wednesday: <strong>1:00pm to 2:30pm</strong></p><p>A limited quantity of <strong>Seasonal and H1N1</strong> vaccinations are available. You must show your Caltech ID to receive a shot. If you are pregnant or have a preexisting medical condition, please bring written consent from your doctor to receive the flu shot. </p><p>For more information, call Michelle Case at 626-395-8383</p></div></div></div>Fri, 25 Jan 2013 19:12:55 +0000michelle.case38270 at http://www.caltech.eduWelcome to New Staff Members http://www.caltech.edu/content/welcome-new-staff-members
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p> </p><p><strong>Division of Biology</strong></p><p>Patrick Arpp – Research Technician</p><p>Ann Cutting – Laboratory Technician</p><p>Axel Dominguez – Research Support Assistant</p><p>Susan Gordon - Bioinformatician</p><p>Tatiana Hochgreb-Haegele – Scientific Research</p><p>Tom Katsikakis – Grant Manager</p><p>Arthur Larenas – Shipping/Receiving/Stockroom Clerk &amp; Purchasing Assistant</p><p>Alejandro LaRiviere – Research Technician</p><p>Annie Moradian – Senior Lab Manager &amp; Research Scientist</p><p>Maria Quiloan – Research Technician Assistant</p><p>Lauren Villarreal – Grant Manager</p><p> </p><p><strong>Division of Chemistry &amp; Chemical Engineering</strong></p><p>Elisa Brink – Purchasing Assistant</p><p>Margarita Davis - Administrative Assistant</p><p>Maria-Eleni Dimotsantou – Research Technician</p><p>Nima Ghaderi – Research Assistant</p><p>Joel Haber - Research Chemist Material Engineer, JCAP</p><p> </p><p><strong>Division of Engineering &amp; Applied Science</strong></p><p>Rick Hefner – Director of Business Development – Center for Technology &amp; Management Education</p><p>Barbara McKinzie Slater - Administrative Assistant</p><p>Benjamin Roader – Helium Liquefier Operating Engineer</p><p>Guoan Zheng – Research Engineer </p><p> </p><p><strong>Division of Geological &amp; Planetary Sciences</strong></p><p>Prabha Acharya – Software Systems Developer, Associate</p><p>Julie Lee – Administrative Assistant</p><p>Reiko Kitchen – Research Support Assistant</p><p>Le Kuai – Assistant Scientist</p><p>Ara Oshagan - Researcher</p><p> </p><p><strong>Division of Physics, Math &amp; Astronomy</strong></p><p>Shawn Callahan – Mechanical Engineer</p><p>Evelyn Daniels – SOS Buyer 1</p><p>Mehmet Hanay – Research Engineer</p><p>Matthew Hollister – Research Engineer</p><p>Albert Lam – Research Technician</p><p>Wilson Liu – Scientific Research Associate</p><p>Paula Jo Willis – Purchasing Agent</p><p> </p><p><strong>Audit Services &amp; Institute Compliance</strong></p><p>Itsuko Aono – Senior Compliance Auditor</p><p> </p><p><strong>Development &amp; Institute Relations</strong></p><p>Donna Gastevich – Assistant Vice President of Advancement Services</p><p>Judith Hamilton – Donor Relations Writer</p><p>Seth Hansen – Photo Editor &amp; Graphic Designer</p><p>Teresa Lopez – Administrative Assistant to Development Officers</p><p>Ruby Rico – Administrative Assistant</p><p>Corinne Shor – Audience Services Representative</p><p>Ben Tomlin – Associate Director for Alumni Relations, Strategic Communications &amp; Marketing</p><p>David Tralli – Program Manager for Research Development</p><p>Wendy Vazquez – Accounting &amp; Operations Specialist</p><p>Sarah Vincent - Audience Services Representative</p><p> </p><p><strong>Financial Services</strong></p><p>Rachel Fisher – Department Clerk - Procurement Services</p><p> </p><p><strong>Office of the General Counsel</strong></p><p>Dave Dayan – Associate General Counsel</p><p>Kerry Gomez – Administrative Assistant</p><p> </p><p><strong>Human Resources</strong></p><p>Tara Hervey – Case Coordinator for International Scholar Services</p><p> </p><p><strong>Information Management Systems &amp; Services</strong></p><p>Anthony Pisano – Associate Network Design Engineer</p><p> </p><p><strong>Office of the Provost</strong></p><p>Mitchel Aiken – Associate Director for Educational Outreach</p><p>Cindy Scherban – Employee Assistance Counselor - Staff and Faculty Consultation Center</p><p> </p><p><strong>Research Administration</strong></p><p>Lydia McHam – Data Specialist</p><p> </p><p><strong>Student Affairs</strong></p><p>Leo Balayon – Assistant Coach, Men's Basketball</p><p>David Briski – Assistant Coach, Men's Basketball</p><p>Margaret Campbell – Assistant Coach, Swimming</p><p>Christopher Chulos – Red Door Café Lead</p><p>Gino Gaspara - Lifeguard</p><p>Margo Miller – Assistant Coach, Fencing</p><p>Jason Pruitt – Assistant Coach, Men's Basketball</p><p>Michael Stevenson – Head Coach, Men's and Women's Track &amp; Field</p><p>Cuauhtamoc Torres – Dishwasher and General Helper</p><p> </p><p><strong>Office of Technology Transfer</strong></p><p>Mary Beth Campbell - Licensing Associate</p><p> </p></div></div></div>Thu, 24 Jan 2013 23:09:16 +0000christine.boyle38266 at http://www.caltech.eduOff the Clock:Art on Your Own Timehttp://www.caltech.edu/content/clockart-your-own-time
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>Off the Clock: Art On Your Own Time</p><p>An exhibition featuring artwork by members of the Caltech community will be held in Dabney Lounge February 12-14. Here is your chance to show your stuff. You can display examples of your hobbies or special interests, such as photography, jewelry, painting, watercolor, pottery, sketches, woodwork, yarn work and needlework. Come see works created by your colleagues, and vote for your favorites. Artwork can be dropped off on Monday, February 11 and the public viewing will be on February 12-14.</p><p>At a reception on Thursday, February 14, at 3:00 p.m. in Dabney Garden awards will be announced. For further information or questions, please contact:<a href="mailto:christine.boyle@caltech.edu">christine.boyle@caltech.edu</a>. To get a registration form please go to: <a href="http://cit.hr.caltech.edu/events.htm">http://cit.hr.caltech.edu/events.htm</a></p></div></div></div>Thu, 17 Jan 2013 22:31:41 +0000christine.boyle38116 at http://www.caltech.edu58th Annual Staff Service Awardshttp://www.caltech.edu/content/58th-annual-staff-service-awards-0
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><div><div><div>58th Annual Staff Service Awards</div></div></div><div><div><div><p>The 58th Annual Staff Service Awards will be presented in Beckman Auditorium on Thursday, June 6th from 10 to 11am. We will be honoring over 200 staff members for 10 to 45 years of service to the Institute. We will also be presenting the 8th Annual Thomas Schmitt award. There will be a reception in Beckman Institute Courtyard following the ceremony. Please invite family and friends and plan to attend.</p></div></div></div><p> </p></div></div></div>Wed, 16 Jan 2013 19:02:02 +0000christine.boyle38107 at http://www.caltech.eduOff the Clock: Art On Your Own Timehttp://www.caltech.edu/content/clock-art-your-own-time-5
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><div><div><div>An exhibition featuring artwork by members of the Caltech community will be held in Dabney Lounge February 12-15. Here is your chance to show your stuff. You can display examples of your hobbies or special interests, such as photography, jewelry, painting, watercolor, pottery, sketches, woodwork, yarnwork and needlework. Come see works created by your colleagues, and vote for your favorites. Artwork can be dropped off on Monday, February 11 and the public viewing will be on February 12-14. </div><div>At a reception on Thursday, February 14, at 3:00 p.m. in Dabney Garden awards will be announced.</div><div>For further information or questions, please contact:</div><div><a href="mailto:christine.boyle@caltech.edu">christine.boyle@caltech.edu</a></div><div>To get a registration form please go to :</div><div><a href="http://cit.hr.caltech.edu/events.htm">http://cit.hr.caltech.edu/events.htm</a></div><div> </div></div></div><p> </p></div></div></div>Fri, 04 Jan 2013 22:31:43 +0000christine.boyle37848 at http://www.caltech.eduOff the Clock: Art On Your Own Timehttp://www.caltech.edu/content/clock-art-your-own-time-4
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><div><div><div>This is the 8th Annual exhibition featuring artwork by members of Caltech! The exhibit will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on February 12, 13, 14 and 15 in Dabney Lounge. Come see works created by your colleagues, and vote for your favorite items on display.</div><div> </div><div>The display will include examples of the many talents and hobbies of your co-workers. Featuring photography, drawings, paintings, watercolors, ceramics/pottery, yarnwork/needlework, quilts, jewelry, woodwork/metalwork, audio/video and more. Whatever your talent... we hope you will share it! If you would like to submit your work for the display, please submit a registration form, which can be found at:</div><div> </div><div><a href="http://hr.caltech.edu/offtheclock.pdf">http://hr.caltech.edu/offtheclock.pdf</a></div><div> </div><div>There will be a reception on Thursday, February 14, at 3 p.m. in Dabney Garden. The Caltech Art Committee Awards and People's Choice Awards will be announced. Please join us to recognize all of the participants. Light refreshments will be served.</div><div> </div><div>There will be a musical performance in Dabney Lounge on Friday, February 15th and the art will also be on display until 1pm.</div><div> </div><div>Please visit the exhibit throughout the week and bring your family and co-workers to enjoy the reception and musical performance. There is no charge for any of the events and you are encouraged to come and enjoy the art as many times as you like!</div></div></div><p> </p></div></div></div>Tue, 18 Dec 2012 19:58:01 +0000christine.boyle37786 at http://www.caltech.eduTEDxYouth@Caltech: Brain Foodhttp://www.caltech.edu/content/tedxyouthcaltech-brain-food
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>Caltech will be hosting an exciting event planned for students in grades 6-12: <a href="mailto:TEDxYouth@Caltech">TEDxYouth@Caltech</a>: Brain Food. on Saturday, January 19, 2013 from 11:00am-4:00pm in Beckman Auditorium at the California Institute of Technology in Pasadena. A committee of 25 students from more than 12 different area schools, both public and private, has been hard at work choosing speakers, designing our logo and video and working on the flow of this half-day event. Please visit the website for more information, <a href="http://www.tedxyouthcaltech.com/">http://www.tedxyouthcaltech.com/</a></p><p>Ticket price</p><p>Students, grades 6-12 $ 5.00</p><p>All others, $25.00</p><p> </p></div></div></div>Mon, 17 Dec 2012 23:10:58 +0000christine.boyle37760 at http://www.caltech.eduPERSONAL & INTERPERSONAL EFFECTIVENESS for Staffhttp://www.caltech.edu/content/personal-interpersonal-effectiveness-staff
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>Tuesday, December 11, 2012</p><p>1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.</p><p>Avery Library</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>PERSONAL &amp; INTERPERSONAL EFFECTIVENESS for Staff</strong></p><p> </p><p>Effective Organizations are a collection of effective teams which, in turn, are represented by effective individuals. Organizations that help develop the personal &amp; interpersonal effectiveness of their employees are the same organizations that benefit from extraordinary business results, successful projects, excellent teams, and character-based leaders. This seminar consists of a series of highly participative, engaging &amp; purposeful exercises to help you see how your words, attitudes, and behavior affect not only your own level of workplace performance, but can have positive or negative influence on those you work with. Participants consistently report back that this seminar helps them in a very practical way, see how the choices and decisions they make throughout every working day can help better serve themselves, their co-workers, their teams &amp; their customers. To Register: <a href="http://hr.caltech.edu/Education/courses/personal_effectiveness.htm">http://hr.caltech.edu/Education/courses/personal_effectiveness.htm</a> (or contact <a href="mailto:staffedcuation@caltech.edu">staffedcuation@caltech.edu</a> or Ext. 3204)</p><p> </p></div></div></div>Thu, 29 Nov 2012 22:37:19 +0000christine.boyle37608 at http://www.caltech.eduTIME MANAGEMENT for Staffhttp://www.caltech.edu/content/time-management-staff
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>Crucial relationships at work become strained when time is not respected, projects run over, email and voicemail is not managed, meetings have no agenda or don't run on schedule and an 'open door' policy becomes a living nightmare for many who haven't learned how to say "not right now". This seminar is based on years of study of real people in real jobs and how effective people manage their time, respect others and have learned how to use email and voicemail for what they are – tools. Participants will practice proven techniques – how to contribute to and run effective meetings; how to get their point over concisely and how to manage interruptions without offending colleagues. The seminar presents a new way of looking at time and how effective people use their personal energy flow to know when to focus on their most challenging projects and tasks; how to avoid procrastination personally and how to inspire others they need to deal with, not to procrastinate either! To Register: <a href="http://hr.caltech.edu/Education/courses/timemanagement.htm">http://hr.caltech.edu/Education/courses/timemanagement.htm</a> (or contact <a href="mailto:staffedcuation@caltech.edu">staffedcuation@caltech.edu</a> or Ext. 3204)</p><p> </p><p>Tuesday, December 11, 2012</p><p>8:30 – 12:30</p><p>Avery Library</p></div></div></div>Thu, 29 Nov 2012 22:34:32 +0000christine.boyle37607 at http://www.caltech.eduAdopt an Angel Program - Foothill Unity Centerhttp://www.caltech.edu/content/adopt-angel-program-foothill-unity-center
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>Caltech Human Resources is once again sponsoring the annual "Adopt an Angel Program", which provides holiday gifts for children of poverty-level families from the San Gabriel Valley area. Adopting an Angel is an opportunity to buy new toys or clothes for a child who would not normally get a gift this holiday season.</p><p>To adopt an "Angel", please visit the Human Resources office at 399 S. Holliston between 7:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. There are many decorated paper angels bearing the name of a child, his/her age and information about the child. You will then be asked to bring in an unwrapped gift for your Angel, with his or her name attached, to the Human Resources office. All gifts must be received by <strong>Friday, November 30.</strong> This is earlier than the deadline in the past years, so please visit the HR office soon to get your "Angel"!</p><p>The Angel Program is affiliated with the Foothill Unity Center, a nonprofit organization that provides critical support in the form of food, clothing, motel vouchers, referrals, and advocacy for people in crisis who reside in Pasadena, South Pasadena, Altadena, Monrovia, Arcadia, Sierra Madre, Bradbury, Duarte, Baldwin Park, Irwindale and Azusa.</p><p>Thank you for your support of this program over the years - it is a great way to give back to our community.</p><p>For more information, contact Christine Boyle at <a href="mailto:christine.boyle@caltech.edu">christine.boyle@caltech.edu</a> or 395-1745.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p></div></div></div>Fri, 09 Nov 2012 23:43:31 +0000christine.boyle37479 at http://www.caltech.eduHR Events & Education: 2012 Education Fair for Staffhttp://www.caltech.edu/content/hr-events-education-2012-education-fair-staff
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p><strong>HR Events &amp; Education: 2012 Education Fair for Staff</strong></p><p> </p><p>Have you ever thought about going back and getting that degree, but aren't sure what to look for in a program?</p><p>This fair will feature representatives and information from 8 different accredited programs that cater to working professionals.</p><p>Caltech offers tuition reimbursement to eligible employees. Come talk with university reps who will answer all your questions.</p><p> </p><p>Thursday, Nov. 15, 2012</p><p>11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.</p><p>San Pasqual Walk</p><p>Contact: <a href="mailto:staffeducation@caltech.edu">staffeducation@caltech.edu</a> or call ext. 3204</p></div></div></div>Tue, 06 Nov 2012 16:50:18 +0000christine.boyle37390 at http://www.caltech.eduFlu Vaccine Available - October 29http://www.caltech.edu/content/flu-vaccine-available-october-29
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>Free flu vaccine will be available to staff, faculty, post-docs, and students starting Monday, October 29, 2012 at the student health center while supplies last. Shots will be available Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 8:30 am to 10:00 am and from 1:00pm to 2:00 p.m. On Wednesday the shot is available from 1:00pm to 2:00 pm only. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding or have a preexisting medical condition, please bring written order from your doctor to receive the flu shot. You must bring a valid Caltech ID.</p></div></div></div>Tue, 23 Oct 2012 18:43:27 +0000christine.boyle37212 at http://www.caltech.eduWelcome New Staffhttp://www.caltech.edu/content/welcome-new-staff
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p><strong>Division of Biology</strong></p><p>Alexander Abramyan - Grant Manager</p><p>Benjamin Deverman - Senior Research Scientist</p><p>Sripriya Ravindra Kumar - Research Technician</p><p>Alejandra Olvera - Research Technician</p><p>Gregoire Seyrig - Research Technician</p><p>Kiichi Watanabe - Staff Scientist (Biologist)</p><p>Bin Yang - Scientific Researcher</p><p> </p><p><strong>Division of Chemistry &amp; Chemical Engineering</strong></p><p>Whitney Barlow - Scientific Editor &amp; Coordinator</p><p>Julianne Just - Administrative Assistant, JCAP</p><p>Youn-Geun Kim - Research Electrochemical Surface Scientist</p><p>David Rivera - Shipping/ Receiving/Stockroom Clerk &amp; Purchasing Assistant</p><p>Santosh Suram - Scientific Data Processing Engineer, JCAP</p><p>Magnus To - Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) Assistant Technician</p><p>Margarita Veselinov - Grant Manager/Financial Analyst</p><p> </p><p><strong>Division of Engineering &amp; Applied Science</strong></p><p>Fivos Drymiotis - Lab Manager</p><p>Hailiang Zhang - Computational Scientist </p><p> </p><p><strong>Division of Physics, Math &amp; Astronomy</strong></p><p>Ross Williamson - Research Scientist</p><p>Hani Zewail - Office Assistant</p><p> </p><p><strong>Development &amp; Institute Relations</strong></p><p>Loren Benn - Website Content Coordinator</p><p>Bridget McKay - Assistant Director, Annual Giving Programs</p><p>Bonnie Peterson - Campaign Associate</p><p> </p><p><strong>Facilities</strong></p><p>Darryl Wilson - Director of Campus Operations &amp; Maintenance</p><p> </p><p><strong>Financial Services</strong></p><p>Theresa Slowskei - Senior Budget &amp; Planning Officer</p><p>Linda Zhong - Senior Cost Studies Analyst</p><p> </p><p><strong>Human Resources</strong></p><p>Marsha Habib - International Student Programs (ISP) - General Office Assistant</p><p> </p><p><strong>Information Management Systems &amp; Services</strong></p><p>Bruno Ochoa - Desktop Support</p><p> </p><p><strong>Office of Technology Transfer</strong></p><p>Mary Beth Campbell - Licensing Associate</p><p> </p><p><strong>Student Affairs</strong></p><p>Sofia Archuleta - Dining - Coffee House Attendant &amp; General Helper</p><p>Miya Erickson - Student Health Center - Psychology Intern</p><p>Dana Matthews - Student Health Center - Psychology Intern</p></div></div></div>Fri, 12 Oct 2012 20:14:31 +0000christine.boyle37079 at http://www.caltech.eduHomeWalk Sign-Up Tablehttp://www.caltech.edu/content/homewalk-sign-table
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>On Monday, October 15th from 11:00am to 2:00pm there will be a Sign-Up Table in the Winnett Quad by the Bookstore for anyone who would like to sign up to join in the United Way's Annual 5K walk to end homelessness. The donation is $25.00 and you can register to join "TEAM CALTECH" and be a runner, a walker or a "virtual" walker.</p><p>The event will take place on Saturday, November 17th at Exposition Park. You will receive a "Team Caltech" T-Shirt for registering. This event will feature, once again Kobe Bryant as the Honorary Chairman! Come out and join the fun in support of this effort to address the homeless population of Greater L.A.</p><p>For questions, please contact Christine Boyle at <a href="mailto:christine.boyle@caltech.edu">christine.boyle@caltech.edu</a></p><p> </p></div></div></div>Fri, 12 Oct 2012 17:24:08 +0000christine.boyle37078 at http://www.caltech.eduCaltech/JPL Family Night Dinner and Moviehttp://www.caltech.edu/content/caltechjpl-family-night-dinner-and-movie
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>Friday, October 26 our Annual Family Night Dinner will be held on the Beckman Mall for all faculty, staff and postdocs and their families.</p><p>Please get wristbands for the movie starting at 4:30pm, before getting in line for dinner, as seating in the Auditorium is limited. Children under 2 years of age do not need wristbands.</p><p>Dinner will be served from 4:30pm to 5:45pm. The movie, "Madagascar 3" will start at 6:00pm.</p><p>This event marks the kickoff of our 2013 United Way Campaign.</p><p>Please come, bring the family, and enjoy this wonderful event!</p><p>For questions please contact Christine Boyle at 626-395-1745 or email <a href="mailto:christine.boyle@caltech.edu">christine.boyle@caltech.edu</a></p><p> </p></div></div></div>Wed, 10 Oct 2012 18:49:44 +0000christine.boyle37050 at http://www.caltech.eduUnited Way Campaignhttp://www.caltech.edu/content/united-way-campaign-0
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>Caltech's 2013 United Way Campaign will run from October 15 through November 19.</p><p>You can pledge online by going to <a href="http://www.access.caltech.edu">www.access.caltech.edu</a> and clicking on 2013 United Way.</p><p>You can designate the agencies you would like to donate to and you can elect to have payroll deductions or elect to send a one-time check.</p><p>The kickoff of the campaign will be Family Night Dinner on Friday, October 26.</p><p>If you need assistance with pledging and/or want to know the name of your department/division United Way Ambassador, please contact Christine Boyle at 625-395-1745 or email <a href="mailto:christine.boyle@caltech.edu">christine.boyle@caltech.edu</a></p></div></div></div>Wed, 10 Oct 2012 18:10:50 +0000christine.boyle37049 at http://www.caltech.eduWeight Watchers At Work http://www.caltech.edu/content/weight-watchers-work-0
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p><strong>Weight Watchers At Work Program Back By Popular Demand</strong></p><p>The Caltech HR Total Rewards team is happy to bring the Weight Watchers At Work Program to campus as part of the ongoing Science of Well-Being series. Start losing weight and live healthier with Weight Watchers! With the Weight Watchers Monthly Pass Program, you will have access to meetings at Caltech and in your community, plus free eTools, the internet weight-loss companion. The discounted Monthly Pass Program rate is $39.95. Weekly meetings will be held on Wednesdays, beginning October 10<sup>th</sup> from noon to 1 p.m. in the Kerckhoff building (room 024). For more information, contact <a href="mailto:barbarabesse@caltech.edu"><u>barbarabesse@caltech.edu</u></a> or <a href="mailto:roxanne.meraz@caltech.edu"><u>roxanne.meraz@caltech.edu</u></a>. </p></div></div></div>Fri, 05 Oct 2012 22:03:10 +0000christine.boyle36973 at http://www.caltech.eduBenefits Annual Enrollment starts October 8.http://www.caltech.edu/content/benefits-annual-enrollment-starts-october-8
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">This year we're going green! Instead of receiving a paper enrollment kit, you'll find all your benefits information on our new Benefits Website, which goes live October 8. (Staff who don't have computer access at Caltech will still receive paper enrollment kits.) What's next...watch for an e-mail from <a href="mailto:hrbenefits@caltech.edu">hrbenefits@caltech.edu</a> with more information and a link to the new Benefits Website.</div></div></div>Mon, 24 Sep 2012 07:00:00 +0000admin36822 at http://www.caltech.edu2013 Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP)http://www.caltech.edu/content/2013-child-care-assistance-program-ccap
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">The Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) is open to Caltech faculty, staff, postdoctoral scholars, and graduate students who have dependent children age ten (10) or under. The CCAP application period for 2013 awards is running now through October 1, 2012. Details &amp; the online application are available at <a href="http://cit.hr.caltech.edu/ccap_program.htm">http://cit.hr.caltech.edu/ccap_program.htm</a>. Those who do not have on-line access may use the computer kiosks in HR at 399 S. Holliston to access the information.</div></div></div>Thu, 06 Sep 2012 07:00:00 +0000admin23600 at http://www.caltech.eduFamily Night Dinner and Moviehttp://www.caltech.edu/content/family-night-dinner-and-movie-0
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">The event will be held on Friday, October 26. Dinner will be served from 4:30 to 5:45 p.m. on Beckman Mall. No tickets are required for the dinner. The animated film Madagascar 3 will be screened at 6 p.m. in Beckman Auditorium. Wristbands are required for admission to the movie. Wristbands will be distributed during the dinner for admission to the movie. For more information, call 395-1745.<p>Yo Gabba Gabba characters will be performing onstage, and Spiderman and Captain America will meet and greet families for photos during dinner!</p></div></div></div>Wed, 15 Aug 2012 07:00:00 +0000admin23591 at http://www.caltech.eduFoothill Unity Center Back-to-School Drivehttp://www.caltech.edu/content/foothill-unity-center-back-school-drive-0
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">Only children of our low-income families are registered for this event.<p> Being ready for the important 1st day of school, gives a child a good start and maybe a better year. Funds are needed to buy uniforms, backpacks, etc. (estimated @ only $60 per child). " </p><p>Human Resources is accepting donations from July 3 to July 31 in the HR office at 399 South Holliston Avenue. Please bring your items to the front desk Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Some of the items needed are:</p><p>* Mechanical pencils
* Colored pencils (24 ct)
* 12" Rulers
* Calculators
(Regular &amp; Scientific)
* Highlighters
* Color markers (8 ct)
* Scissors (Round tip &amp; Pointed)
* Blue &amp; Black ballpoint pens
* New Backpacks
* 3 ring binders
* Crayons (24 ct.)
* Single - spiral notebooks
* Glue sticks/Glue
* Erasers (large pink)
* Pencil sharpeners
* Filler paper 3-hole
(College &amp; Wide-ruled)</p><p>
NEW Clothing needed:
Boys &amp; Girls Socks; Girls' underwear and boys boxer shorts.</p><p>
If you have questions, contact Christine Boyle at 626-395-1745 or <a href="mailto:christine.boyle@caltech.edu">christine.boyle@caltech.edu</a>.</p></div></div></div>Tue, 03 Jul 2012 07:00:00 +0000admin23585 at http://www.caltech.eduHuntington Hospital Blood Drivehttp://www.caltech.edu/content/huntington-hospital-blood-drive-7
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">Donors will receive $5 Coupons for Ernie's Truck!
To schedule an appointment, please call: 626.397.5796 <p>For questions, please call Christine Boyle at 626-395-1745</p></div></div></div>Thu, 28 Jun 2012 19:00:00 +0000admin23533 at http://www.caltech.edu57th Annual Staff Service Awardshttp://www.caltech.edu/content/57th-annual-staff-service-awards-0
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">Caltech's annual Staff Service Awards ceremony will be held from 10 to 11 a.m. at Beckman Auditorium
on Thursday, June 7. Caltech will honor over 200 staff members with service ranging from 10 to 45 years. Additionally, the winner of the sixth annual Thomas W. Schmitt Staff Prize will be named. A reception in the Beckman Institute courtyard will follow the ceremony. All members of the Caltech community are encouraged to attend.</div></div></div>Tue, 15 May 2012 07:00:00 +0000admin23546 at http://www.caltech.eduRed Cross Blood Drivehttp://www.caltech.edu/content/red-cross-blood-drive-15
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">Parking is available in the California Boulevard underground parking structure. <p>Making an appointment is easy. Go to <a href="https://www.givelife.org">https://www.givelife.org</a> and enter your email address and date of birth. If you have used the online appointment system before, your information will display for your approval. If you have not used our online system before, you can fill out the form with some basic information that the blood bank will need. Then click the "Continue and View Blood Drives" button. You will see our blood drive. If you went to the site without using the link and don't see our drive enter "caltech" where it asks for the sponsor code. Click the circle to the left of the day you would like your appointment. On the next page, pick a time. Then you will receive an email confirming your appointment. </p><p>For more information, contact Christine Boyle at 395-1745 or <a href="mailto:christine.boyle@caltech.edu">christine.boyle@caltech.edu</a>. To donate blood you must be at least 17 years old, weigh 110 lbs. and be in good health.</p></div></div></div>Thu, 03 May 2012 07:00:00 +0000admin23545 at http://www.caltech.eduTake Our Children to Work Dayhttp://www.caltech.edu/content/take-our-children-work-day-4
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">Caltech's annual Take Our Children to Work Day will take place on Thursday, April 26. This event is an opportunity for Caltech personnel to introduce their children to the exciting things that go on at Caltech and to interest them in science, research, and possibilities for the future. For information and registration, go to: <a href="http://cit.hr.caltech.edu/HRForms/TOC2WD.pdf">http://cit.hr.caltech.edu/HRForms/TOC2WD.pdf</a>
If you have questions, contact Christine Boyle at 395-1745.</div></div></div>Fri, 09 Mar 2012 08:00:00 +0000admin23596 at http://www.caltech.eduOff the Clock: Art On Your Own Timehttp://www.caltech.edu/content/clock-art-your-own-time-1
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">An awards reception in Dabney Gardens will take place at 3 p.m. on February 16. The registration deadline was February 3. In conjunction with the exhibition we will present a piano and cello recital by Julia Greer, assistant professor of materials science and mechanics, and Monica Kohler, senior research fellow in mechanical and civil engineering, at noon on February 17 in Dabney Lounge. For more information, contact Christine Boyle at <a href="mailto:christine.boyle@caltech.edu">christine.boyle@caltech.edu</a> or 395-1745.<p>Works on display will include jewelry, woodworking, drawings, oil paintings, watercolors, pottery, knitting, quilts, and photographs. Attendees will vote on their favorite items in the exhibition, and awards from their votes and from the Caltech Art Committee will be announced at the reception in Dabney Gardens on Thursday, February 16.</p></div></div></div>Wed, 01 Feb 2012 08:00:00 +0000admin23575 at http://www.caltech.eduRed Cross Blood Drivehttp://www.caltech.edu/content/red-cross-blood-drive-16
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">Parking is available in the California Boulevard underground parking structure. <p>Making an appointment is easy. Go to <a href="https://www.givelife.org">https://www.givelife.org</a> and enter your email address and date of birth. If you have used the online appointment system before, your information will display for your approval. If you have not used our online system before, you can fill out the form with some basic information that the blood bank will need. Then click the "Continue and View Blood Drives" button. You will see our blood drive. If you went to the site without using the link and don't see our drive enter "caltech" where it asks for the sponsor code. Click the circle to the left of the day you would like your appointment. On the next page, pick a time. Then you will receive an email confirming your appointment. </p><p>For more information, contact Christine Boyle at 395-1745 or <a href="mailto:christine.boyle@caltech.edu">christine.boyle@caltech.edu</a>. To donate blood you must be at least 17 years old, weigh 110 lbs. and be in good health.</p></div></div></div>Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:00:00 +0000admin23577 at http://www.caltech.eduHuntington Hospital Blood Drivehttp://www.caltech.edu/content/huntington-hospital-blood-drive-8
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">Huntington Hospital's Bloodmobile will be at Winnett quad from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, February 7 and Wednesday, February 8. To schedule an appointment, call (626) 397-5796 or email <a href="jackie.baca-geary@huntingtonhospital.com&quot;">jackie.baca-geary@huntingtonhospital.com</a>.
Donate blood and get a $5 voucher For Ernie's Food Truck!!</div></div></div>Thu, 22 Dec 2011 08:00:00 +0000admin23570 at http://www.caltech.eduThank You from the Foothill Unity Centerhttp://www.caltech.edu/content/thank-you-foothill-unity-center
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><i>A message from the Foothill Unity Center:</i><p>
One of our "elves" wrote this poem and I think it says it all. I thought you might enjoy it and maybe share it with the HR staff.
Thanks to all for your support.<br />
- Catherine May
</p><p>
<b>Angels and Elves</b><br />
By Sylvia Miller (one of our "elves")
</p><p>
Some parents need help this time of year<br />
To make Christmas morning a time of good cheer<br />
For children who are innocent of the lot they are dealt.<br />
Maybe there are Angels out there who will help!<br />
Foothill Unity puts out the call<br />
For Angels in local communities all.<br />
Some Elves have gathered in a warehouse so cold.<br />
There'll be plenty of Angels, for sure, they are told.<br />
The Elves make up bags (for families who filed),<br />
With clothes and toys and books for each child.<br />
But Mary wants a sweater and pants to keep warm<br />
But neither is around in her size to conform.<br />
Dave wants some Legos or a skateboard for fun.<br />
But searching the warehouse, the Elves find none.<br />
Just as they are expressing their fear,<br />
Lo and behold, some Angels appear!<br />
The Angels bring Tigger and Winnie-the-Pooh,<br />
Soccer balls, footballs, and basketballs, too,<br />
Card games and board games, puzzles, and kites,<br />
Erector sets, Legos, transformers with lights,<br />
Novels of werewolves and vampires and bats,<br />
Little Red Riding Hood, The Cat in The Hat,<br />
Books for toddlers that go "Ding Dong",<br />
Discs with movies and Justin Bieber songs,<br />
Teddy bears, horses, dinosaurs, ants,<br />
Big dolls and little dolls that pee in their pants,<br />
Bratz dolls, and Barbies with clothes of angora,<br />
Fairies and Dora, the well-known explora,<br />
Big cars and little cars, fire engines, too,<br />
Skateboads, knee pads, helmets (wahoo!), <br />
Play stoves for making the highest cuisine,<br />
And potions for turning Jane's hair red and green.</p><p>
Finally much-needed clothes can be seen<br />
For babies and toddlers and juniors and `teens<br />
Skinny jeans, fat jeans, sweaters, and tees,<br />
PJs and leggings and even undies,<br />
More and more Angels appear through the door,<br />
Angels who carefully watch o're the poor.<br />
Elves are now busy, filling the bags<br />
As fast as they can and putting on tags.<br />
They're there at the warehouse day after day,<br />
Filling hundreds of bags `til their hairs turn gray.<br />
But you don't need to worry. The Elves will be fine.<br />
Their evenings are filled with Motrin and wine.<br />
Finally, the bags are all out the door.<br />
No, wait! Late sign-ups mean there are more!<br />
Too late to get Angels. More shopping! (what fun)<br />
And fast-action Elves work to get the job done!<br />
Distribution of bags is a sight to behold!<br />
A thousand parents wait in the cold.<br />
Needing help this way brings tears to their eyes,<br />
But their love and their actions prove they are wise.<br />
The warehouse is empty now. Christmas is past.<br />
To you I'll leave one thought at the last:<br />
Even though now it may seem like a dream,<br />
Angels and Elves make a wonderful Team!</p><p>
December 2011</p></div></div></div>Tue, 20 Dec 2011 20:00:00 +0000admin23572 at http://www.caltech.eduCampus Operations during Institute Holidayshttp://www.caltech.edu/content/campus-operations-during-institute-holidays
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">Most campus operations will be quiet from December 24, 2011, to January 2, 2012.
Caltech Safety will be on call 24 hours a day and can be reached by calling Security through the 5000 extension. A special Winter Break schedule for radioactive package deliveries, radioactive waste, biohazardous waste, and chemical waste pickups will be in effect, with the details and instructions found at the following link: <a href="http://safety.caltech.edu/documents/290-winter_break_ehs_modified_services_memo_2011.pdf">http://safety.caltech.edu/documents/290-winter_break_ehs_modified_servic...</a>.
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Central Plant will be staffed to maintain all required utilities and to dispatch personnel for maintenance emergencies. Central Plant can be reached at 395-6571.
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Custodial Services will be minimally staffed from 5 a.m. to 8 a.m. for spot cleaning and for those groups that have made prior arrangements. Since in most cases wastebaskets will not be emptied between December 24 and January 3, please do not leave food waste in trash cans when you leave for the holidays. It may attract insects and rodents.
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Chauffeur service: If chauffeur service is required between December 24, and January 2, please make arrangements prior to 3 p.m. on December 23. The reservations office will not be staffed during the special release days.
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Central Warehouse will not be staffed during the release days and will not be making regular deliveries of liquid nitrogen and gas cylinders. If a requirement for liquid nitrogen or gas cylinder delivery is anticipated, please notify the Central Warehouse staff at 395-4891 prior to December 23, and a special delivery will be set up for December 29.
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Shipping and Receiving (395-4893) will not be staffed during the release days and will not make regular deliveries unless prior arrangements have been made.
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From December 28 to December 30, Mail Services (395-6371) will be staffed from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m., but will not be making regular department mail deliveries and pick-up unless prior arrangements have been made. Access through the south driveway of the Keith Spalding Administration Building (#6)
Post Office (395-6372) will be open from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.; access through the east entrance of Spalding Administration Building FedEx office (395-6008) will be open from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.; and access through the lobby of Keith Spalding Administration Building will be open from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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To be sure that the Caltech's critical financial and accounting needs are met during this time, we are providing the following list of contacts:
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<b>Procurement:</b><br />
Purchasing Coverage:<br />
Monica Marquez and Kevin Speaks, LIGO Purchasing Coverage: 626-969-0473 (h) 626-578-1917 (h) <br />
Ed Jasnow: 909-282-2292 (cell); 626-437-3183; (cell); 626-398-3240 (home); 626-840-4361 (cell)<br />
P-Card and Travel Coverage:<br />
Muriel Sandoval: 626-222-3978 (cell)</p><p>
Payment Services Coverage:<br />
Accounts Payable Month-End Closing: December 22, 2010<br />
Accounts Payable Contact: <br />
Guillermo Ramirez¡: 626-337-3683 (home); 626-818-2026 (cell)<br />
Wire Transfer Contact: <br />Hazel Hall: 818-425-8638 (cell)<br />
Georgia Mendoza: 323-459-8575 (cell)
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General Emergencies:<br />
Monica Marquez: 626-969-0473 (home); 909-282-2992 (cell)<br />
Jay Wood: 626-963-3050 (home); 626-483-3122 (cell)</p><p>
<b>Treasury Services:</b><br />
David Vera: 395-6723<br />
Treasury Services will deposit checks from December 27 to 30 during the campus quiet period. Please deliver your check deposits to the Financial Services Building (FSB) by 2 p.m. or to the Credit Union. The front door at FSB will be locked during this period, so please call David Vera at 395-6723 in advance.
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Please note that while checks will be deposited to the Credit Union, no receipts will be entered in the Oracle System from December 22 (after 2 p.m.) until January 3, 2012.
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<b>Controller's Office (Bursar, Investments &amp; Trusts, Gift &amp; Endowments, Tax Office, Accounting &amp; Reporting (General Budget, Plant Funds, Auxiliaries):</b><br />
California Institute of Technology<br />
Pasadena, CA 91125-1500<br />
David Vera: 395-6723<br /></p><ul><li>The Oracle system will be available on December 19 through December 21, and dark days on December 22 and 23 for the month-end close. All WIC's must be completed by 5 p.m. on December 21.
</li><li>The last day that our staff will enter cost transfers will be until close of business on December 20.
</li><li>Labor Distribution adjustments, Manual Usages and Budget adjustments must be completed by 12 noon on December 22nd. Please note that Labor Distribution
adjustments entered after December 22nd will not be reflected in OGM until resumption of business in January 2012.
</li><li>Cash receipts will be entered until 2 p.m. on December 22.
</li><li>Bursar's Office—Signs will be posted directing students to the Credit Union for check cashing. In case of emergency, contact Ruth Whitson at (626) 827-6756. Please note that the Credit Union will be closed on December 26, 2011, and January 2, 2012.</li></ul><p><b>
Risk Management:</b><br />
Lisa Telles: 626-644-6938 (cell)
</p><p><b>Budget Office:</b><br />
Judy Stanton: 626-798-9649 (home); 818-929-5932 (cell)</p><p>
<b>Cost Studies:</b><br />
Ted Lieu: 395-2579</p><p>
<b>Property Services:</b><br />
Ernest Ngalula: 395-4181
</p><p>If you have any questions regarding any of this information, please don't hesitate to Human Resources.</p></div></div></div>Tue, 13 Dec 2011 08:00:00 +0000admin23568 at http://www.caltech.eduCommunity Development Center Food Drivehttp://www.caltech.edu/content/community-development-center-food-drive
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">From Monday, December 12, to Tuesday, December 20, Caltech Human Resources will be accepting donations for the Community Development Center in Pomona, an agency that services families in need in the Inland Empire and L.A. County. The goal is to give holiday food baskets to 50 families in need. Gift baskets should contain nonperishable food and canned goods. For more information, contact
the coordinator of the food drive, Cora Whitaker, at (909) 918-7347.
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Business Office Info:
Community Development Center
198 West Orange Grove Avenue
Pomona, California 91768
Phone: 909-622-5434
Contact Persons: Rajani Ramey or Kimberly McCormick</p></div></div></div>Wed, 07 Dec 2011 08:00:00 +0000admin23567 at http://www.caltech.eduUnited Way HomeWalk Reporthttp://www.caltech.edu/content/united-way-homewalk-report
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">The bake sale made $250. We also raised $2855 from participants and their families! We had excellent support from our colleagues at JPL!<p>The L.A. Lakers' Kobe Bryant served as the Honorary Chair of HomeWalk 2011! There were over 10,000 people participating and walking to end homelessness in L.A.</p><p>This was a fun event and we hope another big group turns out next year.</p></div></div></div>Mon, 28 Nov 2011 08:00:00 +0000admin23554 at http://www.caltech.eduAdopt An Angel - Extended to December 16http://www.caltech.edu/content/adopt-angel-extended-december-16
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">The Angel Program is affiliated with the Foothill Unity Center, a nonprofit organization that provides critical support in the form of food, clothing, motel vouchers, referrals, and advocacy for people in crisis who reside in Altadena, Arcadia, Azusa, Baldwin Park, Bradbury, Duarte, Irwindale, Monrovia, Pasadena, Sierra Madre and South Pasadena. For more information, contact Christine Boyle at <a href="mailto:christine.boyle@caltech.edu">christine.boyle@caltech.edu</a> or 395-1745.</div></div></div>Wed, 16 Nov 2011 08:00:00 +0000admin23574 at http://www.caltech.eduUnited Way HomeWalk Sign-up and Bake Salehttp://www.caltech.edu/content/united-way-homewalk-sign-and-bake-sale
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">Caltech will again be participating in the 5K HomeWalk, which is part of United Way's year-round campaign to end homelessness in the Los Angeles area. The walk begins at 9 a.m. on Saturday, November 19, at Exposition Park in Los Angeles. We have formed Team Caltech and will have special T-shirts for all participants. A bake sale and sign-up table will be on campus Wednesday, November 9, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Winnett Quad near the Bookstore. Register at the table or online at <a href="http://www.homewalkla.org">www.homewalkla.org</a>. The L.A. Lakers' Kobe Bryant will serve as the Honorary Chair of HomeWalk 2011! This was a fun event last year, and we hope another big group turns out this time.</div></div></div>Mon, 31 Oct 2011 19:00:00 +0000admin23553 at http://www.caltech.eduFlu Shots Still Availablehttp://www.caltech.edu/content/flu-shots-still-available
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">Staff, faculty, postdocs, and students can get a free seasonal/H1N1 flu shots in the student health center while supplies last. The shots will be available Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 8:15 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. and from 1 to 2 p.m. and on Wednesday from 1 to 2 p.m. only. If you are pregnant or have a preexisting medical condition, please bring written consent from your doctor to receive the flu shot. You must bring a valid Caltech ID.</div></div></div>Fri, 28 Oct 2011 07:00:00 +0000admin23576 at http://www.caltech.eduUnited Way Campaignhttp://www.caltech.edu/content/united-way-campaign
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">Caltech's United Way Campaign for 2012 will run through November 18. Pledges may be made online at <a href="http://www.access.caltech.edu">www.access.caltech.edu</a>. Members of the community are encouraged to pledge to three Caltech agencies;the Caltech Y, the Children's Center at Caltech, and the Child Educational Center. You can also pledge to the United Way's "Creating Pathways Out of Poverty" plan. If you have questions, contact Christine Boyle at <a href="mailto:christine.boyle@caltech.edu">christine.boyle@caltech.edu</a> or 395-1745.</div></div></div>Mon, 10 Oct 2011 07:00:00 +0000admin23565 at http://www.caltech.eduAnnual Benefits Fairhttp://www.caltech.edu/content/annual-benefits-fair-0
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">This year's Benefits Fair will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesday, October 19, at Dabney Hall and Gardens. Members of the Caltech community will have the opportunity to meet representatives from the different benefits carriers. To schedule a confidential one-on-one financial counseling session with a TIAA-CREF consultant, go to tiaa-cref.org/caltech or call 800-732-8353. The Caltech Benefits Office will be there to answer questions regarding your annual enrollment, dependent certification and documentation requirements, and the new Health Savings Plan. For more information, call Michelle Case at 626-395-8383.</div></div></div>Fri, 07 Oct 2011 07:00:00 +0000admin23564 at http://www.caltech.eduFlu Shot Clinichttp://www.caltech.edu/content/flu-shot-clinic-0
<div class="field field-name-field-description field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">This year's Benefits Fair and Flu Shot Clinic will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesday, October, 19, at Dabney Hall and Gardens. The flu shot will contain both the seasonal and H1N1 vaccination. You must show your Caltech ID to receive a shot. If you are pregnant or have a preexisting medical condition, please bring written consent from your doctor to receive the flu shot. It is anticipated that enough shots have been ordered so you can come any time before 3 p.m. to get your shot.</div></div></div>Thu, 06 Oct 2011 07:00:00 +0000admin23550 at http://www.caltech.edu